by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jan 16, 2019 | Federal Advocacy
Community associations are subject to state laws that control how associations are developed, governed and managed. This state-based statutory framework has proven successful because it is predicated on the principle of local control over land-use and property decisions. While the community association housing model has a state statutory framework, there are federal issues impacting community associations. Therefore, we’ve identified federal priorities for 2019.
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jan 8, 2019 | Federal Advocacy, Public Policies
The partial government shutdown impacts several federal agencies and programs important to community associations. Homeowners and buyers, board members, community managers, attorneys, and other business partners may notice delays in condominium loan certification, flood insurance policy changes, drone licensing approvals, and more.
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Dec 19, 2018 | Federal Advocacy, State Advocacy
As we celebrate the holiday season and get ready to ring in the New Year, 42 states are about to begin their respective legislative sessions. If you followed our 12 Days of Advocacy campaign, you’re up to date on the legislative efforts CAI makes year-round and the...
by Megan Newman | Nov 6, 2018 | Federal Advocacy
Voting is one of our most important civic duties. It gives us the power to have a say in our government and communities. Your vote counts whether you’re voting in a Presidential election, today’s midterm elections or your community’s board of director’s election....
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Sep 13, 2018 | Disaster Relief
If you and your community are bracing for Hurricane Florence, please click here for information on working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to prepare and recover. As community association managers and boards of directors prepare their residents for...
by C. Scott Canady | Aug 1, 2018 | Disaster Relief, Federal Advocacy
The U.S. Senate has approved a short-term extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through November 30th. With the U.S. House of Representatives having already cleared the legislation, the measure now goes to President Trump for his signature into law....
